Tamora / Tuscan 2
Discussion
TVR virgin would really appreciate some advice on the Tamora and Tuscan 2. I've fallen head over heals for both of them and it would be great to get some first hand comments for how the two cars compare to own.
I'm guessing that the performance and handeling is pretty simliar in both cars??? Although the shorter wheel base of the Tanora makes it look more controlable.
Also, I realise that by their nature these cars have more problems that the average car but, is either more prone to reliability issues?
Any other comments would be great .....
I'm guessing that the performance and handeling is pretty simliar in both cars??? Although the shorter wheel base of the Tanora makes it look more controlable.
Also, I realise that by their nature these cars have more problems that the average car but, is either more prone to reliability issues?
Any other comments would be great .....
I think with the latest Tuscan they are pretty similar all round. They have the same reliability as most of the parts are shared between the cars. Have a drive of both. Although the Tuscan mk2 look lovely on the outside you might not like the dials/dash assembly.
Oh, the Tuscan looks like it's on stilts too
Oh, the Tuscan looks like it's on stilts too
Depends on your budget really. The Tamora's been around since January 2002 (dealer demos were late 2001) so will be considerably cheaper than the Tuscan 2. If you're referring to the convertible Tuscan 2 then it's not even out yet.
As for handling then I believe the Tuscan 2 is an improvement on the last Tuscan but I can't tell you if it's as good as the Tamora's. Both cars share the same chassis so the wheelbase is the same: it'll be the Tuscan's overhangs that make people think it has a longer wheelbase.
Don't be put-off by a Tamora with 20,000 on the clock. Best to see the car yourself before deciding. Whether or not it's been looked after is more important but agree that's hard to tell. A low mileage car could give you more problems if it's been thrashed from cold.
Good luck..... Andrew
As for handling then I believe the Tuscan 2 is an improvement on the last Tuscan but I can't tell you if it's as good as the Tamora's. Both cars share the same chassis so the wheelbase is the same: it'll be the Tuscan's overhangs that make people think it has a longer wheelbase.
Don't be put-off by a Tamora with 20,000 on the clock. Best to see the car yourself before deciding. Whether or not it's been looked after is more important but agree that's hard to tell. A low mileage car could give you more problems if it's been thrashed from cold.
Good luck..... Andrew
Oh the agony of choice!
Having run a Tamora for a few months I was genuinely very impressed and I loved the way it looked in real life too. The tuscan is for me possibly even better looking and has an even funkier interior which has plus and minus points. Plus being lots of wow factor and the ability to impress passengers. Minus points are apparently, it's hard to see the numbers on the digital dash in direct sunlight. And the extra flash looks of the Tuscan attract both more of the right sort of attention and possible more of the wrong sort too. The Tam is a more discreet car to leave overnight somewhere.
The main advantage over the Tamora is that it's a full convertible and it does make a difference. The main advantage of the tuscan is that you have a removable hard top and that makes a difference too in terms of noise roof up and wear and tear/security. Canvas rooves get a bit ragged if left ungaraged for too long. Performance will be identically monstrous - just look at the lap the tuscan did round the top gear test track! Handling? well I was very impressed with my Tam, it's very communicative, very responsive, decent ride, and huge fun with controllable slides available at every roundabout. I haven't driven a Tuscan but by all accounts the Tuscan 2 is a big improvement over the original for everyday driving.
As mentioned, driving both is probably the only way to resolve it.
Having run a Tamora for a few months I was genuinely very impressed and I loved the way it looked in real life too. The tuscan is for me possibly even better looking and has an even funkier interior which has plus and minus points. Plus being lots of wow factor and the ability to impress passengers. Minus points are apparently, it's hard to see the numbers on the digital dash in direct sunlight. And the extra flash looks of the Tuscan attract both more of the right sort of attention and possible more of the wrong sort too. The Tam is a more discreet car to leave overnight somewhere.
The main advantage over the Tamora is that it's a full convertible and it does make a difference. The main advantage of the tuscan is that you have a removable hard top and that makes a difference too in terms of noise roof up and wear and tear/security. Canvas rooves get a bit ragged if left ungaraged for too long. Performance will be identically monstrous - just look at the lap the tuscan did round the top gear test track! Handling? well I was very impressed with my Tam, it's very communicative, very responsive, decent ride, and huge fun with controllable slides available at every roundabout. I haven't driven a Tuscan but by all accounts the Tuscan 2 is a big improvement over the original for everyday driving.
As mentioned, driving both is probably the only way to resolve it.
nubbin said:
The model changes were very superficial - just different lights really. Get a Tamora. It may be a forgotten TVR, but it is (probably) the best of the current models for fun and sun! There are very few disgruntled Tamora owners!
I'm bloody disgruntled!!!!!
Bloody raining today, came to work in Chan's Clio as I was late getting up and didnt even have time to put the roof back on!!!!!!
Alimac said:
Another Virgin? Just registered,just getting divorced,just decided that what i need is a Tamora am i being a bit rash?
Seen an 02 for sale with 20k on the clock,would it be adviseable to get a later model?
I've seen some people state that they think the Speed 6 engines from '03 onwards are possibly more reliable, and as an '02 owner whose engine did go pop, I'd say go for '03 or later, or make sure you get a warranty that covers a rebuild, and that you have a 2nd car to drive if a rebuild becomes necessary, as it could take months.
Sorry to give those negative points, but on the plus side, the Tamora is absolutely brilliant, great handling, great fun, I love the interior, and the performance is fantastic. It is my first TVR, and I think it has got me hooked - when time comes to change not sure what other car would give me the same sort of buzz other than a TVR!
BTW - if you're going through a divorce, you probably want to wait until all the financial settlement is sorted before buying a loud flashy sports car, or keep it well hidden
Mine's an '02, and has been terrific!
We seem to go around in circles regarding when is the best time to buy a S6 engined car, when I was searching very early last year, everyone said 'Go for an '02 car or later, anything on or after '02 are sorted', now, a year later, it's '03 or later! lol
I think the history of the car is of particular importance, if its been looked after, you 'should' be fine, not too many 3.6s have failed, but there's always a chance, as with any car really. the pro's massively outweigh the cons though, you'll know what we mean when and if you do get to drive and own one
edited to sort out primary school grammar, due, I'd like to think, to working too hard of late!
>> Edited by chris watton on Monday 25th July 21:18
We seem to go around in circles regarding when is the best time to buy a S6 engined car, when I was searching very early last year, everyone said 'Go for an '02 car or later, anything on or after '02 are sorted', now, a year later, it's '03 or later! lol
I think the history of the car is of particular importance, if its been looked after, you 'should' be fine, not too many 3.6s have failed, but there's always a chance, as with any car really. the pro's massively outweigh the cons though, you'll know what we mean when and if you do get to drive and own one
edited to sort out primary school grammar, due, I'd like to think, to working too hard of late!
>> Edited by chris watton on Monday 25th July 21:18
Edited by chris watton on Thursday 21st August 21:51
My typing/concentration has been attrocious of late!, I meant 36.6 Get the Tamora.
Yesterday, had the choice the clio or the TVR. I was racing down in Lydd which is like driving to end of the earth and falling off (no offence if you live there).
It was pissing down with rain, all I can say it was probably 1 of the best drives I have ever had! I loved it, reminded me of why I bought the car, yes care is required, but pootling along air con on, roof up and musica playing was great! Plus despite the rain the amount of thumbs up you get plus freindlyness from other drivers is great.
Of couse on the way back it was sunny, so roof down and then I went through as many tunnels as I could!
Get one!
Yesterday, had the choice the clio or the TVR. I was racing down in Lydd which is like driving to end of the earth and falling off (no offence if you live there).
It was pissing down with rain, all I can say it was probably 1 of the best drives I have ever had! I loved it, reminded me of why I bought the car, yes care is required, but pootling along air con on, roof up and musica playing was great! Plus despite the rain the amount of thumbs up you get plus freindlyness from other drivers is great.
Of couse on the way back it was sunny, so roof down and then I went through as many tunnels as I could!
Get one!
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